Documenti di Didattica
Documenti di Professioni
Documenti di Cultura
Sector:
HEATING, VENTILATING, AIR-CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION (HVAC/R)
Qualification:
RAC SERVICING (DOMRAC) NCII
Unit of Competency:
SERVICE AND MAINTAIN DOMESTIC REFRIGERATION UNIT
Module Title:
This module was prepared to help you achieve the required competency in
“Service and Maintain window type air-conditioning unit and domestic
refrigeration system”. This will be the source of information for you to acquire
knowledge and skills in this particular competency dependently and at your own pace,
with minimum supervision or help from your instructor/facilitator.
Remember to:
• Work through all the information and complete the activities in each section.
• Read information sheets and complete the self-check. Suggested references are
included to supplement the materials provided in this module.
• Most probably your trainer will also be your supervisor or manager. He/she is there
to support you and show you the correct way to do things.
• You will be given plenty of opportunity to ask questions and practice on the job.
Make sure you practice your new skills during regular work shifts. This way you will
improve both your speed and memory and also your confidence.
• Use the Self-checks, Operation Sheets or Job Sheets at the end of each section to
test your own progress.
• When you feel confident that you have had sufficient practice, ask your Trainer to
evaluate you. The results of your evaluation will be recorded in your Record of
Achievement.
UNIT OF COMPETENCY: Service and Maintain window type air-conditioning unit and
domestic refrigeration system.
MODULE TITLE: Servicing and Maintaining window type air-conditioning unit and
domestic refrigeration system.
INTRODUCTION:
This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes in providing
Servicing and Maintaining window type air-conditioning unit and domestic
refrigeration system. It includes clean air filter, repair evaporator, maintain motor
blades, service refrigerant circuit and electrical control and wiring.. It also includes,
information sheets, self-checks, job sheets, operation sheets and performance criteria
checklist.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this module you MUST be able to:
Clean air filter
Clean and repair evaporator and condensers
Maintain motor blades
Service refrigerant circuit
Service electrical control and wiring.
1. Read information sheet # 2.1-1on If you have some problem on the content of
Identifying / Classifying Air filters and the information sheet, don’t hesitate to
Proper Maintenance. approach your facilitator.
If you feel that you are now knowledgeable
on the content of the information sheet, you
can now answer self-check provided in the
module.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After reading this information sheet you should be able to:
a. identify different types of air filters
b. Clean air filters
INTRODUCTION
Preventive maintenance, proper service and troubleshooting play a big part in keeping
humidifying equipment operating efficiently. Cleaning the components that are in contact with
the water is the most important factor. In evaporative system, these minerals of water collect on
the media, on other moving parts and in the reservoir. In addition, algae, bacteria, and virus
growth can cause problems, even to the extent of blocking the output of the humidifier. The
reservoir should be drained regularly if possible and components, particularly the media type,
should be cleaned periodically.
Bag-type filter
DIRECTION: For each statement below, write the letter corresponding to your answer on the
space provided
JOB SHEET#2.1.1
Remove the air filter. Tilt up and pull out the air
filter by the holder.
Note:
Turn off the unit and pull out the power plug.
Clean the filters once a month.
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
A. 1. Demonstration with oral questioning
: Acceptability
Yes No
1 Air filter is identified and removed following standard procedures ______ ______
2. Filter is checked for damage and replaced if required in line with ______ ______
SOPs
3. Air filter is cleaned using the correct tools and cleaning procedures ______ ______
Assessment Criteria :
Resources:
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After reading this information sheet you should be able to:
a. identify different types/classification of evaporators
b. Clean evaporator
Introduction:
The Evaporator is the part of the low-pressure side of the refrigeration and air conditioning
system in which the low-pressure liquid refrigerant boils and evaporates. Here the liquid
refrigerant picks-up (absorbs) heat from a cooling medium and changes it into gas
(evaporation). The evaporator is commonly called freezer coil, cooling coil, or chiller.
Flooded type
CLASSIFICATION OF EVAPORATOR
STATIC
Shell
Forced Air
CONDENSER
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After reading this information sheet you should be able to:
a. identify different types of condensers
b. Clean condensers
Refrigeration in real sense is simply moving heat from a place where it is not wanted to a place where it is not
objectionable. The condenser is a device used for removing heat from the refrigeration system. It is a component
which transfers the heat from the refrigeration system to a medium which has lower temperature than refrigerant
present in condensers; it can absorb and move heat to an ultimate disposal point. The condenser is the door
opening provided to transfer unwanted heat out of the refrigeration system. Air and water are the two basic media
in which condensers could reject their heats. These two are selected because they are usually available in
sufficient quantities and are cheap. They are also easy to handle and are not dangerous. Their normal temperature
range is also satisfactory for liquification of refrigerant.
TYPES OF CONDENSER
There are three types of condensers. The name of each type is determined by the condensing medium. An air-
cooled condenser uses air as the condensing medium; a water-cooled condenser, water and the evaporative
condenser, both air and water.
STATIC
OBJECTIVES: After completing this Information Sheet, you should be able to:
- identify the various kinds of cleaning and rinsing solvents by getting 100% score in
the self-check.
1 liter Gasoline
Cloth
1 box Soap
A good cleaning material for refrigeration systems should be able to remove oil, grease and
sludge. The cleaning method to be followed must remove moisture and not injure the parts of
the unit or harm the user.
WARNING:
CALL YOUR INSTRUCTOR who will guide you and check your work after doing the self-check
below. You have five minutes to finish this test.
Match column A with column B. Write the letter before each number.
Column A Column B
OBJECTIVES: After completing this Job Sheet, you should be able to:
1 piece Hacksaw
1 set Oxy-acetylene
INTRODUCTION
The inside and outside surfaces of the evaporator must be kept clean for good heat transfer. Air
or water being cooled must flow in and out of the evaporator efficiently. See illustration below.
NOTE:
If necessary, refer to the Learning Element on
“Soldering and Brazing”
6. Keep repeating the spraying pattern until the entire coil is covered.
Bent fins may be straightened using a fin comb or wide-nosed pliers, as shown below.
PROCEDURE
CALL YOUR INSTRUCTOR who will observe you clean, remove or replace an evaporator as
well as straighten the bent fins of an evaporator.
Acceptability
Instructor’s checklist
Yes No
7. Quality of repaired bent fins. Is it straight enough after the repair? ______ ______
8. Speed in completing the job. The job should be completed in 2 ______ ______
hours.
B. Plastic bag
C. Degreasing solvent
D. Water hose
E. Spray nozzle
II. Procedure
Figure 1
11. Tilt air conditioner sideways so that water will run out.
Assessment Criteria:
Fan motor is lubricated without spillage in line with standard operating procedures.
Resources:
1. Read the Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content of
#1.3-1 Cleaning and replacing fan the information sheet, don’t hesitate to
motor blade approach your facilitator.
If you feel that you are now knowledgeable
on the content of the information sheet, you
can now answer self-check provided in the
module.
OBJECTIVE: After completing this Learning Element, you should be able to:
- clean and service a fan motor and fan blade that will function similar to a new unit.
4 unit blower
1 piece Pliers
Fans are used extensively in air conditioning and refrigeration units for moving or circulating air
over air cooled condensers and evaporators coil. The function of a fan is to increase the
pressure of air which it handles by converting into pressure, the relative velocity of air with
respect to the blades at the entrance. Fans are often designated as booster, blowers or
exhausters. As considered here, a booster is a fan with ducts connected to both inlet and
discharge; a blower has discharge duct only and exhauster has an inlet duct only.
TYPES OF FANS
Sirroco Fans
An electric fan motor is a mechanical device that converts electric energy into mechanical
motion. In an electric motor, electricity is used to produce magnetism. The magnetism is used to
turn a shaft, and the turning shaft is used to do work.
OBJECTIVES: After completing this Job Sheet, you should be able to:
- identify the terminal leads of a 3-speed fan motor using a VOM (Volt-Ohm-
Milliammeter).
Terminal leads of fan motors are identified by color-coding and by the resistances of the
windings. The colors of the terminal leads may fade, making them hard to identify. The terminal
leads may have to be identified by the resistances of the windings.
Steps in identifying the terminal leads of a 3-speed fan motor using.a VOM:
1. Label the terminal leads from 1 to 5 as shown in Figure 1. Use a masking tape.
Figure 1.
2 1&3
3 1&4
4 1&5
5 2&3
6 2&4
Date Developed: Document No.
May 2011
RAC SERVICING
(DOMRAC) NC II Develop by: Issued by: Page 58 of 178
Edwin P. Madarang
7 2&5
8 3&4
9 3&5
10 4&5
NOTE:
Adjust first the VOM to zero reading before
taking any resistance reading.
Countercheck the values or resistances
(Figure 2).
Figure 2
Terminal:
NOTE:
If there is no terminal lead found on both the highest and second highest resistance, check
the values by measuring the resistance of the terminal leads again.
a. With the auxiliary terminal lead now identified, the other terminal lead on the highest
reading (Rank I) is the COMMON terminal lead.
b. The other terminal lead on the second to the highest reading (Rank 2) is the LOW
terminal lead.
6. Using the LOW terminal lead now as the reference point, measure the resistance of the two
remaining terminal leads.
a. The one with the higher resistance is the HIGH terminal lead.
7. Using now the LOW terminal lead as the reference point, measure the resistance of the
other terminal leads.
NOTE:
If the terminal leads are identified correctly, they must follow the table below.
Terminals
NOTE:
If the readings of the resistances do not follow the pattern above, repeat identifying the
terminal leads.
Assignment
After carefully studying the step-by-step procedures of identifying the terminal leads of a 3-
speed fan motor using a VOM (Volt-Ohm-Milliammeter), ask for the materials and tools from the
instructor. Practice the skills required until you have gained mastery.
CALL YOUR INSTRUCTOR who will observe you perform the steps in identifying the terminal
leads of a 3-speed fan motor using a multimeter (VOM). He will also evaluate your performance
using the Instructor’s Checklist.
Acceptability
Instructor’s checklist
Yes No
INTRODUCTION
All fans that move air accumulates dirt particularly on the fan blades and motor. Such dirt
reduces the efficiency of the fan. To maintain proper operation of the fan, the dirt should be
removed regularly.
13. If all the motor parts are found to be in good condition, you may then assemble the motor.
1. housing
2. plate
3. rotor
4. end plate
5. bolt
6. bolt
8. Return the oil retainer, lock washer and the end cap then reassemble the motor.
CALL YOUR INSTRUCTOR to ask you to carry out a number of exercises in fan blade and
motor repair. He will observe you and check you according to the criteria stated below. You
have 45 minutes to complete this exercise.
Acceptability
Instructor’s checklist
Yes No
Assessment Criteria:
Proper electrical tools and test instrument are used in checking power supply and
electrical controls and wiring conditions
All electrical controls, wiring, power supply are checked and inspected
Defective controls and wiring are repaired / replaced in line with standard operating
procedures.
Resources:
1. Read the Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content of
#1.4-1 Characteristic of hermetic the information sheet, don’t hesitate to
compressor motor winding approach your facilitator.
If you feel that you are now knowledgeable
#1.3.-2 Overload protector on the content of the information sheet, you
# 1.3-3 electrical control can now answer self-check provided in the
module.
OBJECTIVES: After completing this Operation Sheet, you should be able to:
INTRODUCTION:
Short, open and loose connections in a refrigeration electrical circuits are the primary causes of
failures and breakdown. An open circuit will render a refrigerator totally inoperative. A short
circuit will blow out the use while loose connections will cause intermittent operation. and most
probably a burned motor compressor. Checking of the different electrical components and
circuits is necessary to locate the trouble and select the remedial measures to be applied.
- CR with continuity
- CS with continuity
- RS without continuity
AMMETER TEST
OBJECTIVES: After completing this Operation Sheet, you should be able to:
- Charts
- Transparencies
- Trainer
Overload protector is in series with the running and starting winding. Overload protector allows
an excessive current for a very short time (about 3 to 4 seconds - approximate time for the
motor to start. It will break the circuit of the high current flows lasts for any length of time (5
seconds or more) As shown in figure 1.
The contact points are made of fine silver for excellent conduction of current. The bimetal
strip (disc) responds to temperature in the motor windings and closes the circuit when the
temperature goes down to a safe value.
A. Without looking back on the previous pages, answer the following questions on a piece of
paper:
B. Below are the parts and an illustration of a overload protector. Identify the parts by writing
the corresponding number of each part in the circle provided in the illustration. When you
have completed the activity. CALL YOUR INSTRUCTOR.
OBJECTIVE:
SUPPORT MATERIALS:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Hermetic compressor motor employs two kinds of windings: the starting and running
windings. Figure 1 shows the position of windings in the stator of the motor. They are
positioned this way so that the magnetic force created by each winding complements each
other to create a higher torque or force.
The start winding is used only during the starting period, that is, when the running winding alone cannot
develop the needed torque (force) to start the compressor. A relay is used to remove the start winding from the
circuit when the motor reaches its full speed.
The windings are insulated from the stator and compressor dome as shown in Figure 1. A
low resistance across the compressor dome or body, and any of the terminals reveals grounded
windings.
The start winding has a smaller diameter wire and so it has a higher resistance compared to the run winding.
The run winding which is energized every time the compressor runs is made of heavy-duty wire of bigger diameter.
The table below shows the resistance of the winding, (see also Figure 2).
COMBINED
At the start, the flow of current is very high, about two to four times than the running current.
This Initial high current is called “locked rotor amperage”. When the motor attains about 75% of
its rated speed, the start winding is removed automatically from the circuit. The run winding
alone drives the compressor. The current passing through the running winding is called the
“running current”.
NOTE: The compressor motor should not be allowed to operate at high current for more than
ten seconds. The windings will be burned and destroyed permanently.
Without looking back at the previous page, answer the following questions briefly in a
separate answer sheet.
1. Which has the highest resistance, the run or the start winding?
2. How high is the starting current compared to the running current of a compressor motor?
OBJECTIVE: After completing this Information Sheet, you should be able to:
An electric control is a device that makes or breaks electrical circuits. It controls the flow of
refrigerant, changes the capacity of the compressor, provides automatic defrosting, and
transfers liquid from one portion of the system to another.
An electrical household refrigerator uses an overload safety control and a motor starting relay,
aside from other electric controls previously described.
3. When the motor speeds up, the current drops and the magnetic coil which is in the main
winding circuit releases the movable contact, disconnecting the starting winding, as shown.
Read the items carefully and answer each question correctly. Write only the letters on the space
provided.
_____ 1. The function of which is to disconnects the motor from the source when the motor
becomes overloaded
a. pressure control
b. thermostat
c. temperature control
d. overload protector
a. float switches
b. relays
c. capacitor
d. thermostat
_____ 3. An automatic switching device that disconnects the starting winding after reaching its
three-fourth rated speed is called
a. relay
b. overload
c. thermostat
d. running capacitor
a. potential
b. current
c. pilot
d. capacitor
Date Developed: Document No.
May 2011
RAC SERVICING
(DOMRAC) NC II Develop by: Issued by: Page 106 of 178
Edwin P. Madarang
_____ 5. A winding of the motor that is disconnected when the motor has reached its
equivalent value
a. running
b. common
c. starting
d. secondary
a. overload
b. compressor terminals
c. control
d. motor capacity
_____ 7. When the motor resumes its normal operation, this winding is the only one connected
to the circuit.
a. starting
b. running
c. secondary
d. common
a. potential
b. current
c. pilot
d. hot wire
1. d
2. c
3. a
4. b
5. c
6. d
7. b
8. a
OBJECTIVES:
- Enumerate and discuss the characteristics of capacitors used in refrigeration and air
conditioning; and
SUPPORT MATERIALS
1. Trainer
2. Charts
3. Transparencies
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
A capacitor is a device used to store electricity. It is usually made of two aluminum foils
separated by insulating materials. Leads are attached to the plates. See Figure 1 for
details.
The basic function of a capacitor is to store electrical energy and release it when
needed. In refrigeration and air conditioning, it is used to help start motors to improve
their power factor.
All capacitors have two basic ratings the microfarad (mfd) rating and the voltage rating.
The microfarad rating identified the capacitor’s electrical storage capacity which is
capacitance, while the voltage rating identifies the maximum voltage that can be applied
across the plates.
Capacitors may be connected to a line with a lower voltage but not to a line with a higher
voltage. This means that a capacitor with a 220 volt rating may be connected to a 110
volt circuit, but a capacitor with a 110 volt rating cannot be connected to a 220 volt line.
Figure 2A shows the two types of capacitors used in refrigeration and air conditioning,
the starting and the running capacitors. Sometimes, both of these capacitors are
enclosed together in single case (see Figure 2B).
Figure 2A. Starting capacitor Figure 2b. Running capacitor with fan capacitor
The starting capacitor is intended to give additional power to the motor during the starting
period. Because this power is not necessary after the motor has attained its normal operating
speed, the current is automatically cut off from the starting winding by the starting relay to which
the starting capacitor is connected in series.
Running Capacitor
This is a heavy duty type-oil filled capacitor. it is lower in microfarad rating than the starting
capacitor. (See Figure 2B). It remains in the circuit at all times during compressor operations,
(see Figure 3). It is constructed in such a way that heat does not build up excessively.
The running capacitor also increases the rotating force during the starting period and
improves the motor’s running efficiency. It also reduces the running amperage (current) by
increasing the power factor of the motor.
Without looking back at the previous pages, answer the following questions briefly:
THE THERMOSTAT
OBJECTIVES:
- install the thermostat according to a diagram satisfying the instructor’s checklist in the
Progress Check; and
- describe the methods of adjusting the range and differential setting; and answer all
the items in the Self-Check correctly.
Illustration of a thermostat
Most refrigerator manufacturers design their units to operate only for 8 to 14 hours a day. This is
done by means of a thermostat temperature actuated control.
5. The capillary tube is the one that contacts the sensing element and the operating
mechanism.
FUNCTIONS OF A THERMOSTAT
RANGE ADJUSTMENT
DIFFERENTIAL ADJUSTMENT
INSTALLING A THERMOSTAT
A. Matching type. Match column A with column B by writing the answer on the space provided.
Column A Column B
i. snap action
A. 1. b
2. a
3. c
4. d
5. e
6. f
7. i
8. g
B. 1. yes
2. yes
3. yes
4. yes
5. yes
6. yes
OBJECTIVE:
SUPPORT MATERIALS:
1. Charts
2. Transparencies
3. Trainer
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
The most common method of defrosting a refrigerating system is to turn the system
“OFF” until all the frost in the evaporator/freezer melts, after which it is turned “ON” again
manually.
In systems where automatic defrosting is required, a defrost timer is used to shut the
system down, and to start it again when the unit is defrosted. These timers defrost the
refrigerating system for a fixed period of time at regular intervals of 12 or 24 hours,
depending on the specific requirements of the unit.
Figures 2-A and 2-B show the commonly used defrost timers in refrigerators. Figure 2-C
illustrates the switching mechanism of a typical defrost timer. Defrost timers consists simply of a
synchronous motor driving a single-pole-double-throw switch (SPDT). The motor makes one
defrost cycle every 12 hours.
During the refrigeration cycle, the defrost timer switches the compressor ON and the defrost
heater is turned off (Figure 3). After a specific length of time, the defrost heater is switched ON
automatically, (see Figure 4). The defrost heater, which is attached to the evaporators then
melts all the frost. The timer stays in the defrost position from 12 to 30 minutes depending on
the manufacturer’s specifications. After all the frost is melted, the defrost heater is turned OFF
and the compressor is again switched on.
Figure 3. Defrost timer in refrigeration position. Figure 4. Defrost timer in defrost position.
Another type of defrost timer is shown in Figure 5. The additional switch makes it possible
for the connection of other electrical components to be controlled by the defrost timer.
Figure 6 illustrates the wiring diagram of a refrigerator using an evaporator fan. As shown,
the fan is controlled by the defrost timer. When the timer is in defrost mode, the compressor and
the evaporator fan are removed from the circuit. The defrost heater melts all the frost, after
which the compressor is in operation for 5 minutes. The fan is not activated immediately so that
it will not circulate the hot air generated by the defrost heater (see Figure 7-9 for details).
Figure 6. Electrical circuit for delayed fan shut off during defrost.
The same defrost timer can be used for several types of defrost control arrangements.
Figures 10 - 13 illustrate these variations as used by different manufacturers of automatic
defrost refrigerators.
Without looking back at the previous pages, answer the following questions briefly.
2. Sketch the electrical diagram of a defrost timer controlling the compressor and a defrost
heater.
OBJECTIVES:
However, semi-automatic defrost refrigerators are defrosted by manually starting the defrost
unit but will automatically run normally when all the frost have melted.
When the sensing bulb has detected that all the frost
are melted during the defrosting period, it cuts the flow
of current to the solenoid valve.
Without looking back at the previous pages, answer the following questions. Write the letter
only of the correct answer in a separate answer sheet.
a. cabinet light
b. compressor motor
c. solenoid valve
d. starting relay
a. opened
b. closed
c. turned on
d. turned off
4. Circuit Diagram
Acceptability
Instructor’s checklist
Yes No
Assessment Criteria:
All parts of refrigerant circuit are checked as per manufacturer’s manual / specifications.
Resources:
2. Refrigeration unit
4. Refrigerant cylinder
6. Brazing equipment
8. Service manuals
Date Developed: Document No.
May 2011
RAC SERVICING
(DOMRAC) NC II Develop by: Issued by: Page 137 of 178
Edwin P. Madarang
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
1. Read the Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content of
#1.5-1 Window Type ai- the information sheet, don’t hesitate to
conditioning cycle approach your facilitator.
If you feel that you are now knowledgeable
on the content of the information sheet, you
can now answer self-check provided in the
module.
OBJECTIVE: After completing this Job Sheet, you should be able to:
The piping transports the refrigerant from one component in the system to the next. A
restriction along the refrigerant line will show trouble in the system. After tracing and identifying
the cause of the restriction, repairs can be made to restore the proper operation of the system.
Observe and check which of the indications below occur during the operation of the unit.
_____ 3. Leak
Acceptability
Instructor’s checklist
Yes No
A. TOOLS
1. Set of Pliers
2. Set of screwdrivers
3. Wire stripper
B. INSTRUMENTS / EQUIPMENT
1. multi-tester
2. clamp ammeter
3. refrigerator frost type
C. MATERIALS
1. automotive wire
2. terminal end connectors
3. electrical tape
II. PROCEDURE
1. compressor motor
2. thermostat
3. overload protector
4. starting relay
5. cabinet lamp
6. door switch
7. cabinet heater
8. cord and plug
On thermostat Compressor
resistance
Close door
On thermostat Compressor
resistance
Open door
NOTE:
NOTE:
Do not operate compressor in high current to avoid burning the motor windings.
A. TOOLS
1. Set of Pliers
2. Set of screwdrivers
3. Wire stripper
4. Nut driver
B. INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENT
1. multi-tester
2. clamp ammeter
C. MATERIALS
1. automotive wire
2. terminal connectors
3. electrical tape
II. PROCEDURE
C. Gather data
Load Resistance
Compressor
1. Compressor circuit
2. Condenser fan motor circuit
3. Power indicator light circuit
Table 2.
Off thermostat
On thermostat
10%
NOTE:
Turn off thermostat before plugging the unit.
I. Commissioning
K. Return tools, instrument and materials to the tool room. Clean work areas.
NOTE:
Do not operate compressor motor in a high current to avoid burning the motor
windings.
A. TOOLS
1. set of Pliers
2. set of screwdrivers
3. wire stripper
4. wrenches
B. INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENT
1. refrigerator unit, no-frost
2. multi-tester
3. clamp-ammeter
C. MATERIALS
1. automotive wire #16 AWG
2. terminal end connector, female
3. electrical tape
Actual
LOAD V FLA
resistance
1. Compressor
3. Defrost heater
4. Condenser F. M.
5. Cabinet lamp
6. Cabinet heater
Reading Actual
Control Position Test Point
should be resistance
NOTE:
Always set instruments to highest range in measuring unknown electrical quantities.
NOTE:
Do not energize if circuit is shorted, open or grounded.
Date Developed: Document No.
May 2011
RAC SERVICING
(DOMRAC) NC II Develop by: Issued by: Page 156 of 178
Edwin P. Madarang
X. COMMISSIONING/GATHER DATA
A. TOOLS
1. Set of Pliers
2. Set of screwdrivers
3. Wire stripper
4. Soldering Iron
5. Wire crimper
B. INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENT
1. multi-tester
2. clamp ammeter
C. MATERIALS
1. automotive wire
2. terminal connectors
3. electrical tape
4. soldering lead
5. plastic tie
II. PROCEDURE
1. Prepare tools and materials.
2. Interpret air con electrical wiring diagrams.
NOTE:
Replace defective parts.
4. Identify compressor parts.
1-2= C=
1-3= S=
2-3= R=
1-3= 2-5=
1-4= 3-4=
1-5= 3-5=
2-3= 4-5=
Switch Terminals
Position
NOTE: Do not energize if shorted, open or grounded. Call the instructor for assistance.
8. Test air con circuit connection for short, open and ground.
10% nameplate
NOTE:
Turn off A/C switch first before energizing.
13. Keep tools and materials to tool room and clean the work area.
A. TOOLS
1. Tube cutter
2. Mechanical pliers
3. Tube reamer
4. Service ratchet wrench
5. Swaging tools
6. File
7. Brush
B. INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENT
1. Nitrogen equipment
2. Gauge manifold
3. Oxy-acetylene
4. Window A/C unit
C. MATERIALS
1. Access valve
2. Silver rod
3. Silver brazing flux
4. Leak detecting fluid (soap solution)
D. SAFETY GADGETS
1. Goggles
2. Gloves
II. INFORMATION
Dry Nitrogen - used for pressurizing refrigerator and air conditioning mechanical system
for leak testing or sweeping system lines during certain soldering or brazing procedures.
Leak Testing - a process of determining leakage in the refrigeration and air conditioning
system.
1. Install service access valve to the suction line and discharge line
2. Conned gauge manifold hoses to the system, red hose for discharge service line and
yellow hose for the nitrogen regulator out port and dose gauge hand valves.
NOTE: Do not overtight the hose fittings (finger tight only) to prevent damage of hose 0
rings.
3. Open nitrogen tank service valve and regulate the pressure to a minimum of 50 psi and a
maximum of 150 psi.
4. Purge the air in center fittings of a yellow hose to remove air contaminants.
5. Open pressure gauge hand valve and pressurize the system of about 50 psi or until
indicates the recommended pressure for leak testing.
6. Observe pressure reading for changes in 5 to 30 minutes and perform leak testing.
After system has been pressurized with nitrogen use a soap solution for leak testing
electronic leak detector and halide leak detector wilt not response to nitrogen
V. PROCEDURE
1. Apply solution using soft brush or spray it on, start at the gauge set, and apply on the
system joints and fittings.
2. Look for leaks around all fittings and connectors, evaporator and condenser coils, leak
are exposed when bubble formed.
3. Mark leak locations so you can make needed repair.
4. Vent the nitrogen charge to the atmosphere and proceed to evacuation procedures if no
leakage is found.
VI. COMMISSIONING
Blower fan motor - an electrically operated motor which drives the condenser and evaporator
fan.
Compressor motor - is the prime mover of refrigerant pump and heart of the system which
circulate the refrigerant gas to create cycle.
Selector switch - provide the user to operate the air conditioning to different selling such as
fan, low cool , medium cool, or high cool.
Thermostat temperature actuated switch - which will automatically put-off or put on the
compressor operation.
Dual Capacitor - an electrical storage which correct the power factor of the compressor and
blower motor.
Power Supply cord - this will allow the air conditioner to take power from the convenience
outlet so that it is operable by the user.
Air filter - a fine mesh screen installed at the face of evaporator coil which is used to filter dust,
dirt and fumes before it pass across the evaporator coil.
Control panel cover - this protect electrical control assembly of the control panel.
Front grille - holds the filter in place and also provide a neat appearance of the air conditioner
when installed.
Competency
HVAC/R NC II
Standard:
InterviewQuestioning/
Ways in which evidences will be collected:
(tick the column)
Demonstration
The evidence must show that the candidate …
Trainees name:
Traineers Name:
Competency Assessment Title: Service and Maintain Window-Type Air-Conditioning/Domestic
Refrigeration Units
Qualification: HVAC/R NC II
Date of Assessment:
Time of Assessment:
Instructions for Demonstration:
Instruction is based on the activity sheet.
Trainees name:
Unit of competency: Service and maintain window type air-conditioning/refrigeration unit
Competency standards: HVAC/R NC II
Competent response
Oral/Interview questions
Yes No
What is air-conditioning?
Why is there no cooling even if the evaporator is clean and the
condenser is unclean or vice-versa?
What precautions would you take in analyzing work instructions?
Feedback to candidate:
Competency
HVAC/R NC II
Standard:
InterviewQuestioning/
Ways in which evidences will be collected:
(tick the column)
Demonstration
The evidence must show that the candidate …
Trainees name:
Trainers Name:
Competency Assessment Title: Service and Maintain Window-Type Air-Conditioning/Domestic
Refrigeration Units
Qualification: HVAC/R NC II
Date of Assessment:
Time of Assessment:
Instructions for Demonstration:
Instruction is based on the activity sheet.
Competency
HVAC/R NC II
Standard:
InterviewQuestioning/
Ways in which evidences will be collected:
(tick the column)
Demonstration
The evidence must show that the candidate …
Trainees name:
Trainers Name:
Competency Assessment Title: Service and Maintain Window-Type Air-Conditioning/Domestic
Refrigeration Units
Qualification: HVAC/R NC II
Date of Assessment:
Time of Assessment:
Instructions for Demonstration:
Instruction is based on the activity sheet.
Trainees name:
Unit of competency: Service and maintain window type air-conditioning/refrigeration unit
Competency standards: HVAC/R NC II
Competent response
Oral/Interview questions
Yes No
Feedback to candidate:
Competency
HVAC/R NC II
Standard:
InterviewQuestioning/
Ways in which evidences will be collected:
(tick the column)
Demonstration
The evidence must show that the candidate …
Trainees name:
Trainers Name:
Competency Assessment Title: Service and Maintain Window-Type Air-Conditioning/Domestic
Refrigeration Units
Qualification: HVAC/R NC II
Date of Assessment:
Time of Assessment:
Instructions for Demonstration:
Instruction is based on the activity sheet.
Trainees name:
Unit of competency: Service and maintain window type air-conditioning/refrigeration unit
Competency standards: HVAC/R NC II
Competent response
Oral/Interview questions
Yes No
Feedback to candidate:
Competency
HVAC/R NC II
Standard:
InterviewQuestioning/
Ways in which evidences will be collected:
(tick the column)
Demonstration
The evidence must show that the candidate …
Trainees name:
Facilitators Name:
Competency Assessment Title: Service and Maintain Window-Type Air-Conditioning/Domestic
Refrigeration Units
Qualification: HVAC/R NC II
Date of Assessment:
Time of Assessment:
Instructions for Demonstration:
Instruction is based on the activity sheet.
Trainees name:
Unit of competency: Service and maintain window type air-conditioning/refrigeration unit
Competency standards: HVAC/R NC II
Competent response
Oral/Interview questions
Yes No
After vacuuming the system, what will you do to the system if you
want to go home?
Name the main component of the refrigeration system.
Feedback to candidate:
Test Attempt
st
Competency: Service and Maintain Window-Type Air Conditioning/ 1 2nd 3rd
Domestic Refrigeration Units
Level
CALL YOUR INSTRUCTOR. PERFORMANCE LEVELS
Achieved
Ask him/her to assess your
performance in the following 4 – Can perform this skill without supervision and with initiative
critical task and performance and adaptability to problem situations.
criteria below.
3 – Can perform this skill satisfactorily without assistance or
supervision.
You will be rate based on the 2 – Can perform this skill satisfactorily but requires some
overall evaluation on the right assistance and/or supervision.
side.
1 – Can perform parts of this skill satisfactorily, but requires
considerable assistance and/or supervision.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
For acceptable achievement, all items should receive a “Yes” or “N/A” Yes No N/A
response.